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I wanted to begin with addressing a question that came from my reflec-tion two weeks ago. I have had a handful of people who thought I was implying that I was leaving and using the bulletin to say goodbye. If anyone else got that from what I wrote, I am sorry about that, but the fact remains that I plan on remaining where I am. My purpose in that letter was to let you know of my gratitude for this community and all that has occurred since my arrival. ********************************************************************************* Well here we are – the first weekend of August! And even though I am not in school, I shield my eyes from school supplies or “back to school” ads. As beautiful as autumn can be, I am not ready to let go of sum-mer. And although those days of summer might not be “lazy and hazy” as we once thought, the respite many of us experience in these months is so good for us. On this weekend we celebrate the great feast of The Transfiguration. Usually we hear these readings during Lent; but as the feast falls on a Sunday this year, we have the opportunity to approach the holy moun-tain with Jesus, Peter, James and John. Jack Shea, who has been quoted a number of times by Fr. Ed, Deacon Dan Carroll, and me, reflected on the Gospel story in this way: You go up the mountain, that you might come down the mountain. Jesus found it very important to spend time in prayer. He made sure there was quiet time to listen to what the Father’s will was for him. He en-couraged that with his disciples too. For Peter, James and John, they had opportunities to “come closer.” On the mountain, they had a glimpse of what awaited Jesus – not only focusing on his death, but especially on his resurrection. They paused, were re-energized, and then came down the mountain prepared for the next chapter of their lives as disciples of the Lord. The reaction of Peter is one of “let us remain here.” Yet that was not God’s will – they were to continue with Jesus, then continue his mis-sion. I was looking at a bulletin article I wrote last year. It had something in it I want to ask again.

The Transfiguration of the Lord

The St. Francis of Assisi community is a welcoming Christian family. We believe in Jesus Christ and are guided by the Holy Spirit and the example of St. Francis. We gather to celebrate, to grow in the knowledge of our faith rooted in the Catholic tradition, and to recognize our responsibility to reach out to the world.

Pastor’s Reflections

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This week at St. Francis

♦ Catholic Charities Back Pack Project (UH)

Monday, August 07

♦ Our Lady of the Woods Staff Retreat, 11:30 am (SFC)

♦ Prayer Shawl Ministry, 12:30 pm (SFR) ♦ Xtreme Team Meeting, 7:00 pm (SFR)

Tuesday, August 08

♦ Overeaters Anonymous, 9:30 am (GR) ♦ Knights of Columbus, 7:00 pm (GR)

Wednesday, August 09

♦ A.A. Meeting, 7:30 pm (NR)

Friday, August 11

♦ Marian Movement, 10:15 am (NR)

Saturday, August 12

♦ Mission Trip Planning, 11:30 am (SFR)

Sunday, August 13

Have you ever been on a retreat? Is this a regular part of your life? Maybe God is call-ing you to spend some time away in prayer and meditation. In the Gospels Jesus is con-stantly spending time in prayer; he also calls the apostles to “come away with me.” There are places in our own backyard. You can even find listings and retreat houses on line. One of my favorite websites is retreatfind-er.com. You can explore different places in the world; you can search different types of retreats; or you can just seek Catholic re-treats. Canon Law requires priests and dea-cons to make at least one retreat per year; I have found this a very healthy way of living the Christian Life. In my former assignment I used to insist that my parish staff make a re-treat together, but also find time for a person-al retreat. I feel it makes a difference. Is this something you could use right now? We go up the mountain, that we might come down the mountain!


We still need 15 CATECHISTS

for this year.

Please consider volunteering!

We provide detailed lesson plans and all materials and guidance along the way.

Contact the RE office to find out more:

708-460-0155

ST. FRANCIS OF ASSISI

RELIGIOUS EDUCATION

Cardinal Joseph Bernardin Catholic School

9250 W. 167th Street, Orland Hills, Illinois 60487

708-403-6525 www.cjbschool.org

Principal - Mary Iannucilli Enrollment Director - Cindy Labriola Devlin

2017/18 Religious Ed Activities begin this month! Please mark your

calendar for these important upcoming events:

AUGUST 15: 5th Grade Parent/Child Bible Workshop 7PM in Upton Hall. New 6th & 7th Grade families may al-so attend AUGUST 16: 1st Grade Catechist Orientation 4:30pm @ SFC 5th Grade Catechist Orientation 4:30pm @ SFC 3rd Grade Catechist Orientation 6:30pm @ SFC 8th Grade Catechist Orientation 6:30pm @ SFC AUGUST 17: 2nd Grade Catechist Orientation 4:30pm @ SFC 6th Grade Catechist Orientation 4:30pm @ SFC 4th Grade Catechist Orientation 6:30pm @ SFC 7th Grade Catechist Orientation 6:30pm @ SFC AUGUST 22: Virtus :Protecting God's Children" Seminar 6:30pm at SFC (Required for NEW VOLUN-TEERS) You must pre-register online through the Archdiocese site: http://www.virtusonline.org/virtus/reg_list2.cfm?theOrgID=18958&theme=0 AUGUST 26 & 27: Family Packet Pick-up @ Church. New & Return-ing Families who are registered by August 19 can pick up their FAMILY PACKET at Church after all the Masses.


Mission Trip Planning Day August 13, 2017

11:30-1:00 In the St. Francis Room/Youth Room

Help decide where we will go and when for our 2018 mission trip.

NCYC Meeting August 27, 2017 11:30-1:00 In the Youth Room Plan for our pilgrimage.

International Bacon Day September 5

Save the date Fall Extravaganza Positively Dangerous Faith, Fun, Friends, Food and Fire Juggling. September 10 11:30-1:00 In the Youth Room Bring a Friend or Two.

St. Francis Wolves Basketball All High School Students Welcome

Guys and Girls of all playing levels welcome Games on Thursdays Starting September 7.

Register by August 20. Forms available online, via e-mail, or contact

Youth Minister Matthew Toohill [email protected]

708-460-0042

Mission Trip Reflection by, Carrie Prendergast

I have been fortunate to go “mission-tripping” as I like to call it, while my kids are active in the youth ministry at St. Francis. The crowded cars, long road trips, showers with questionable temps and pressures or even height (yes, there was a year I had to do backbends to wash my hair), early morn-ing wake-up calls over the intercom, and the infa-mous air mattress that starts to deflate by day three. These are what I call my “first-world prob-lems” while I am away. I would do it all over again next year. This is a reflection looking back at the last four years, with hopes of sparking interest for other adults in our parish. You may have supported us on Ash Wednesday, or stopped by at the annual Car Wash. Perhaps one of your children has joined us. Maybe you have seen us in the bulletin and pondered the thought…what do they do? What is a mission trip?

I live in a wonderful world, with a beautiful family and a nice house. I’ve gone to school to study a profession that I love. I have great friends. Through

Junior High Donut Day for

grades 6, 7, & 8 in the Youth Room


St. Francis and my parish community, I’ve devel-oped a relationship with God. There is something else that I need, and I find it through helping oth-ers, especially on our mission trips. We visit the residents, do what we can during the short time we have, and they are grateful. What they do not know, is that we receive more from them than they do from us. It is truly a humbling experience. We are called to be merciful to others, and giving up one week of my summer is such a small sacrifice. In my lifetime, I have taken so much, and I will con-tinue to give back.

One year I was the camp nurse to 300 teens. That was….interesting. I was nervous at first, but many of the teens who came in to see me just needed a listening ear. I’ve got two! That was my first mission trip, and a unique experi-ence. It was during confes-sion, as I sat with the priest under a tree one sunny afternoon, that I felt God’s

presence for the first time. I was meant to be in that very place. This year in Memphis, my group was bounced around between a school, Goodwill and a resi-dent’s home. We cleaned, sorted, built furniture, and painted. My kids were from Alabama, Arkan-sas, and Illinois. At Catholic Heart, it is typical to work with kids from other parishes. This year how-ever, I was blessed to have my son Shane in my group so that was quality time we spent together. The time leading up to the week is filled with antici-pation. We know that it will be fun. We are excited for the newcomers and glad to see the returners. From t-shirts to snacks, car washes to free-day planning, it all comes together. We load up the ve-hicles with luggage (how does it all fit?) and squeeze in ourselves. Well, I’m a driver so I’m rather comfy. I’ve got my sidekick Mr. Josh (who has been with me every year navigating the way). Caravanning can be chal-lenging, but we always manage. The drive to our destination is full of fun, music (“Jesus is my Friend”) and laughter!

The ride home is quiet as they usually catch up on sleep.

Now let me tell you about the teens. Looking back at all of the really awesome high school kids I have had the pleasure of crossing paths with, I admit they may be the biggest reason I keep coming back! These guys and gals go above and beyond my greatest expectations, and continue to amaze me. I see God in them. I’ll always have great mem-ories.

Last, a shout out to the people responsible for all of the “adulting”. Matt, Mike, Toni, Greg, Joe, Bob, Jane…our relationships have strengthened through the years. It is a nice blend of personalities, and I am lucky to have friends like you.

I really encourage adults to consider spending a week with our youth helping those in need. It is not the comforts of home, and certainly outside most boundaries, but I guarantee you will receive more than you give. No matter where you are in your faith journey, join us. You don't need all the answers, just be present for the teens. The rest will fall into place. Doing good for oth-ers is not a duty, it is a joy.


“By opening our hearts to his love and mercy, we let Christ dwell in us and we see more deeply the intri-cate and unique beauty of each person.”

Cardinal Seán P. O’Malley, O.F.M. Cap., Chairman

USCCB Committee on Pro-Life Activities 2013 Respect Life Month Statement, https://goo.gl/

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Upcoming Vicariate V Ministry Commission Offerings

Lector Training: Wednesdays August 23 & 30 from 7 – 9 pm at St. Julie Billiart. This two part workshop focuses on the theology of The Word, the history of the Mass, liturgical language, procla-mation skills and the gifts required for liturgical ministry. Initial Training for Extraordinary Ministers of the Eucharist: Mondays September 11 & 18 from 7 – 9 pm at St. Julie Billiart. In Session One there will be a brief overview of the history and theology of the Eucharist. We will also explore the develop-ment of the role of the laity in the liturgical life of the Church. Participants will be encouraged to share their experiences of Eucharist and worship with one another. Session Two will address the call to ministry and what it means to be a Minister of the Eucharist in the Church of today’s world. Initial Training for Extraordinary Ministers of the Eucharist: Wednesdays September 20 & 27 from 7-9 pm at St. Lawrence O’Toole

Register at least one week prior to the scheduled program. For more accurate room information, please call host parish the week of the event.

Some workshops require a minimum number of par-

ticipants in order to be conducted or KATHY MCNICHOLAS PH: 708-388-4005

OR EMAIL: [email protected]

Hines Veterans Hospital Summertime Dinner

July 23 - Bishop Goedert Residence

Last month, members of the St. Francis of Assisi Helping Hands Committee provided a home-cooked dinner for the residents at the Bishop Goedert Resi-dence at Hines Veteran Hospital. This residence is a senior citizen housing-only residence located in Hines, Illinois. It consists of 70 one-bedroom units, each of which include a living/dining ar-ea, kitchen with appliances, bedroom, bathroom and closets This facility provides housing for our Veterans and other folks 62 years and older. This facility is a senior citizen housing residence located in the Hines facility and is sponsored by Charities of the Archdiocese of Chicago. Your generosity is the reason we are able to provide this for our Veterans, and the elderly. On behalf of the resi-dents pictured below, thank you for your generosity.


Adult Faith Formation AROUND FOR AWHILE By, Fr. Ed Upton

The long-time radio com-mentator, Paul Harvey, always concluded his ra-dio broadcast with the words, “And now you know the rest of the sto-ry”. He used those words because his broadcast always told a story about a past event or an incident regarding an individual. He concluded with information not well known and so provided a new insight or an unusual perspective. Thus, his tag line. For the next few weeks, I will share some of untold challenges experienced during construction. You will learn more about our building, “the rest of the story”, but this information may not be as exciting as Paul Harvey’s insights. In 1989 the Archdiocese purchased 10 acres at the corner of Wolf and 151st from Gallagher and Henry builders. (I was not ap-pointed till 1990). I pre-sume they knew some, but not all, the challenges the property would present. Part of the property is in a flood plain, part of the property contains peat and another hosts wetland. Even with those limits, they were convinced there

was sufficient property to provide for a church and parking. When soil borings were done before construction, the site intended for the church and parking lots were described as clay and excellent for building; this proved to be accurate. However, when detailed plans for the building were drawn, the portion at the south west corner, desig-nated for the Great Room, was found to have peat and not sufficiently stable for construction. With this challenge, it be-came clear to me how es-sential the Building com-mittee was. Two options were discussed, put in pilings or make the foot-ings larger. The committee selected making the foot-ings larger. This option avoided the concern that pilings would be too rigid and cause cracks yet would provide the neces-sary foundation strength. My opinion was asked regarding the options, it was the wisdom of the building committee that determined my judgment. The second concern was the exit road to be built to

151st street: 27 feet of peat were found. The first rec-ommendation was to re-move all the peat – a very expensive process. A member of the committee knew a geologist who taught at the U of I Cham-paign. He told us if the peat had never been tam-pered with, all of it would not need to be removed; it would hold. About 7 feet of peat was removed and replaced with stone; 20 feet of peat remain, with no problems. And now you know the rest of the story – not the most exciting!!! But no falling walls or roads. The other outside con-struction was for the cen-ter of the circle in front of the church. Our liturgical consultant suggested we construct a permanent pit in the center of the circle. This would be a perma-nent place to light the Easter Fire. The original plans called for a pit, but instead bricks were installed upon which to place a vessel for the fire. So you may wonder why those bricks? They provide the place to an-nounce Easter Light.


I’M GLAD YOU ASKED THAT QUESTION by, Sue Flanagan

What can I say to my Fun-damentalist friend who objects to my relationship with Mary as the Mother of God? Fundamentalists are at times horrified when Mary is referred to as the Moth-er of God. Their response is due to their misunder-standing of this title and the nature of Jesus. Some Fundamentalists say that Mary did not carry God in her womb, only Jesus in his human nature. This topic goes back to the 5th century and what is known as the Nestorian heresy. Nestorius’ teach-ings rejected the title “Theotokos” or “Mother of God” for Mary. Nestorius claimed that Mary did not give birth to the unified person of Jesus. She gave birth to only his hu-man nature. He felt Jesus had two natures, one di-vine and one human loosely united. Nestorius’ teachings were con-demned as heretical at the Council of Ephesus in 451 A. D. and this led to a schism in the church. This dispute and many other heresies led to good debates about Jesus’ na-ture. Church doctrine states, “The unique and altogether singular event of the Incarnation of the Son of God does not mean that Jesus Christ is part God and part man, nor does it imply that he is the result of a confused mixture of the divine and the human. He became truly man while remaining truly God. Jesus Christ is

true God and true man.” CCC464 Since Mary is Jesus’ moth-er, the only conclusion is that she is the Mother of God. Even the Protestant reformers Martin Luther and John Calvin recog-nized this. Catholics are devoted to Mary just as we are devot-ed to our own mothers. Our special devotion to Mary is different from ado-

ration. Adoration or wor-ship belongs to God alone. Mary is an example of Christian holiness, obedi-ence, and faith in God. So, don’t’ be afraid to nurture your relationship with her through liturgical feasts and prayers. CCC 971 Want more? CCC 464-469, Lk 1:48 Questions? [email protected]

——— SAVE THE DATE! ———

Saturday, October 28th

St. Francis of Assisi Parish’s 7th Annual Women’s Day of Reflection

8:30 AM - 1:00 PM

More details to follow in future bulletins. Hope to see you there!


This exciting study brings the Gospel to life and draws you closer to Christ. You will see Jesus as the awaited Messiah who fulfills the promises and prophecies of the Old Testa-ment, establishes the New Law, and inaugurates the Kingdom of Heaven. Set in the rich con-text of Jesus’ life, Matthew shows us who Jesus is and what his life and teachings mean for us today. “Once you start learning he makes you hunger for more. Jeff pulls everything you need to know out of the Bible and it all starts to make sense like it never

did before.”

~ Margaret A. Tirpak, NY

“The Bible is at the heart of our Catholic Faith – and our relationship with God. It is the Living Word of God, where our Father meets with us and lovingly speaks to us.”

Jeff Cavins, Creator and President, The Great

Adventure I joined The Bible Time-line series last year – not just to be reacquainted with familiar stories, but to delve deeper into the Liv-ing Word of God. Jeff Cavins and the Bible Timeline were outstand-ing. Through the Bible Timeline’s charts and easy to read study guide, I could visualize the un-folding of God’s plan, and Jeff Cavins’ commentary at the last part of each session, further opened up the Scriptures – we had many “aha moments” at my table. I have attended bible studies in the past, but this study was uniquely Catholic – what a gift! As Jeff Cavins states, “Once we grasp the ‘big picture,’ the readings at Mass begin to make more sense, our Scripture read-ing and study come to life, and we see how our lives fit into God’s loving plan.” I encourage you to join our next bible study se-ries, the Book of Matthew. There are morning and evening workshops avail-able: morning classes begin on September 12 at 8:30 a.m.; evening clas-ses begin on September 13 at 7 p.m. There are a total of 24 classes – at-tend as many as you can. There is no registration fee. Study guide cost is $20. Watch for further information in the bulletin. Questions – please con-tact [email protected].

Mari Jayne Tittle


“How beautiful are the feet of those who bring [the] good news!” Romans 10:15 Join fellow parishioners on Saturday, September 16th as we walk to aid the Albertine Sisters who staff the St. Blase Food Panty. Each month the Sisters serve 450 families through their food pantry and an additional 500 families each WEEK that come to their donation table. The Sisters will receive credit at the Greater Chicago Food Depository for each person that walks on their behalf. This credit will go a long way to supply food for their various programs. In order for the Sisters to re-ceive credit, we must indicate that we are walking on behalf of Team St. Blase. Stop by the parish office to sign a simple waiver and we will make sure you are registered correctly. We only need your name and email ad-dress. Transportation will be provided. The Hunger walk takes place in Jackson Park and we will walk along the lake front. Buses leave from St. Francis promptly at 7:00 AM and will return at approximately 12:30 PM. Reg-istration ends August 28th. This costs you nothing. Simply by tak-ing a walk along beautiful Lake Michi-gan, you can make a difference in the lives of so many.

We warmly welcome our new parishioners

(July 2017) to St. Francis of Assisi:

Jennifer Reusz

Alex & Valerie (Balicki) Mauritz and daughter:

Molly

Nicholas Grijalva and daughter: Sydney

Genevieve Marco

Patrick & Regina (Bielic)

Pfeiffer and children: Jacob, Bradley, and

Logan

Joseph & Mary Kate (Howard) Chesser and

children: Fiona and Bridie

Mark & Karen

(Umporowicz) Skorup

Gerard & Nancy (Baran) Egdorf

Scott & Anna (Wilk)

Simons and children: Henry and Benjamin

Christine Smith and

daughter: Alaina

Michael & Shannon (McManimen) Culich

and children: Emaly, Michael, Shane

and Shawn

Ralph & Magda Miller and children:

Natalie and Eric

Andrew & Gina (LaPorta) Adamik

and children: Gianna and Sophia


St. Francis Book Club

The St. Francis Book Club meets the third Tuesday of most months, in the Niehaus Room.

Our next meeting is: Tuesday, August 15 at 1 PM

We will discuss: “My Name is Lucy Barton,” by, Elizabeth Strout

September 19, we will discuss “Hillbilly Elegy,” by, J.D. Vance

Is there a right way to pray?

Is there a wrong way to pray?

CATHOLIC PRAYER IN YOUR LIFE TODAY

THIS FALL:

Tuesday, September 19, 2017 Tuesday, September 26, 2017

Tuesday, October 17, 2017 Tuesday, October 24, 2017


July 30, 2017

Vesta Marchertas Child of Darius Marchertas & Asta Skumbinaite

Skumbinas

We joyfully welcomed the following child

into our Christian Community:

St. Francis of Assisi PARISH GOLF OUTING

Monday, August 21st 12:30 PM

First Knights of Columbus

Parish Golf Outing!

Open to all men & women of the parish Silver Lake Country Club, Orland Park

Contests, prizes, fun!

Register in the Narthex

after all masses this weekend or online at our website: www.KnightGolf21.com

Proceeds benefit local charities

and St. Francis ministries

Grandparents and Grandchildren

Please join us at 10:30am on Sunday, September 10 to celebrate the loving bond of family at our Second Annual

Grandparent’s Mass to be followed by refreshments in the Great Room.

Grandparent’s Message of Faith

Faith is the greatest gift I have, It’s the tradition that we share.

And so my precious Grandchild, This is a reflection of how much I care.

Faith connects our family And makes us feel as one,

It surrounds us with a wonderous Peace. It is warmth and divine Love.

For when Faith walks beside you,

It becomes a blessed part, Of all the beauty, goodness and truth

That you carry in your heart. And when Faith rests within you,

And guides you through your days, Then you hold the fabric of our family

Close to you always.


Saturday, August 05 5:15 PM John Carroll, rq. by Bill & Ann Carroll and Tom Fangman, rq. by Jim & Marian Ward and Walter Norton, Sr., rq. by Bill & Ann Carroll Sunday, August 06 7:30 AM Josephine Mathius, rq. by Marvin Mathius and Marie-Jeanne Skorup, rq. by Azua Family and Anrita Owens, rq. by Dave & Mary Burns

9:00 AM People of St. Francis

10:30 AM Marge Janachowski, rq. by Choir and Julia Branchaw, rq. by Ramona Branchaw and Margaret Kulovitz, rq. by Marilyn Aspan & Family

12:00 PM Janina Kolacz, rq. by Ciezczak Family and George Knapp, Jr., rq. by Regina Knapp and Mary Ellen Kunkel, rq. by Theis Family Monday, August 07 7:45 AM Carol Dombrowski, rq. by Helping Hands Committee and Don Gray, rq. by Anne Kelly and Lorraine Bobczak Tuesday, August 08 7:45 AM Dorothy Kodl & Anna Truesdale, rq. by Truesdale Family and Michael Grekowicz, rq. by Dolores Grekowicz and William Hanley, rq. by Fred Kreil Wednesday, August 09 7:45 AM Ann Ross, on her 99th Birthday, rq. by Family and Louis Parcaro, rq. by Frank & Loretta Zito Thursday, August 10 7:45 AM Dolores Carroll, rq. by Bill & Ann Carroll and Susan Cava, rq. by Joe March Friday, August 11 7:45 AM Marie March, rq. by Joe March and Don Gray, rq. by Ceil Murphy Saturday, August 12 5:15 PM Ann Ross/99th Birthday, rq. by Family and Thomas Zinkus, rq. by Bonaminio Family and Susan Grigola, rq. by Chuck & Lee Springer Sunday, August 13 7:30 AM People of St. Francis

9:00 AM Alina Andrzej Grela, rq. by Family and Bob & Marie Burns and Bill & Anrita Owens, rq. by Dave & Mary Burns and James & Alice Murphy, rq. by The Family

10:30 AM John Cusic, rq. by P.J. Cusic and Margaret Kulovitz, rq. by Trisha Goldberg and Marge Janachowski, rq. by Cantors

12:00 PM Ray & Anne Matty 40th Wedding Anniversary and Prudence Milazzo, rq. by Rick & Tami Klein & Family and Wanda Nameth, rq. by McGovern Family

Ginny Drogula Ann Marie Egan Patricia Harms

John Janachowski Blanche Kelly Dr. Jim Kline

Denise Klovens Jim Kowalkowski

Richard Kozik

Mary McCarthy Joey Oberholzer Marissa Pearson Dorothy Peters

Dina Rio Rosemary Rissler

Tim Scanlon Gabi Szumowicz

Phyllis Young

Please pray for all who are sick and in need of healing, especially:

Monday: Nm 11:4b-15; Ps 81:12-17; Mt 14: 13-21 Tuesday: Nm 12:1-13; Ps 51:3-7, 12-13; Mt 14: 22-36 or Mt 15:1-2, 10-14 Wednesday: Nm 13:1-2, 25 -- 14:1, 26-29a, 34-35; Ps 106:6-7ab, 13-14, 21-23; Mt 15: 21-28 Thursday: 2 Cor 9:6-10; Ps 112:1-2, 5-9; Jn 12: 24-26 Friday: Dt 4:32-40; Ps 77:12-16, 21; Mt 16: 24-28 Saturday: Dt 6:4-13; Ps 18:2-4, 47, 51; Mt 17:14- 20 Sunday: 1 Kgs 19:9a, 11-13a; Ps 85:9-14; Rom 9:1-5; Mt 14:22-33

Audre Duttenoffer

Lorri Wilham


Please visit the Saint Francis Liturgical Minister Web Terminal for the most up to date schedule or to volunteer.

SATURDAY, AUGUST 12 - 5:15 PM

Presider E. Upton Deacon

Altar Servers M. Gaspardo J. Strolia A. Walsh

Eucharistic Ministers

K & T Cech P. England C. Funk R. Klein

D. Kufta L. Martenson B. Petrick d. Ross

N. Sullivan S. Vari

Readers P. England

Sacristan J. Walsh W. Winker

Ushers C. Arzbaecher R. Adamowski

R. Arzbaecher R & A Rzeszutko

SUNDAY, AUGUST 13 - 7:30 AM

Presider R. Young Deacon J. Donahue

Altar Servers E. Conway E. Conway I. Krzeczkowski


M. Basila K. Boland D. Burns

J. Donahue G. Gensler P. Goldberg

P. Grasso D. Grekowicz E. McCarthy

Readers P. Flynn G. Saletta

Sacristan D. Grekowicz

Ushers P. Belski J. Belski

M. Powers D. Zambuto


Presider R. Young Deacon J. Donahue

Altar Servers B. Laird K. Laird E. Winjum


S. Alessi J. Bakotic P. Depcik B. Devine

J. Donahue P. Gervais M. Nelson S. Ramsey

J & J Schweiger D. Trzesniewski

Readers P. Gervais

Sacristan B. Kameron R. Weber

Ushers K. Nelson G. Gervais

W. Kameron O. Pagnucci

P. Walsh R. Wysocki


Presider S. Dombrowski Deacon M. Pindelski

Altar Servers P. Viz S. Viz T. Viz


G. Fifer M. Greenan G. Kaminski K Koehler

C. Patrick V. Piazza M. Pindelski C. Pryor

K. Pryor M. Vaas B. Whiteford

Readers E. Reklaitis G. Bach

Sacristan V. Piazza

Ushers J. Winters J. Glass

G. Kelley J. Modelski

J. Ota R. Zoladz

SUNDAY, AUGUST 13 - 12:00 PM

Presider S. Dombrowski Deacon M. Pindelski

Altar Servers I. Schreck W. Schreck M. Sevik


D. Blahaus D. Budz R. Long

MJ Noreikis N. Palacz M. Pavela

L. Picciola M. Pindelski T. Wiecorek

Readers T. Glynn J. Magafas

Sacristan J. Nielsen

Ushers J. Coyle D & R Hodson

J & J Ondrus

EYEWITNESSES

Today, the Feast of the Transfiguration of the Lord, is a day of eyewitness accounts. The first, a vision reported by the prophet Daniel, was well known to Jesus and his apostles. The vision account was written in quite mystical and figurative language. It is a vision of heaven, powerful and memorable. There are flames of fire, burning wheels, the Ancient One, and a Son of Man. Clearly, Daniel saw something. But was it a dream? Was it real? Was it merely a clever myth? Peter wants no such confusion about his vi-sion! We are told in Matthew's Gospel what he and his friends James and John saw when they went up on the mountain with Je-sus one day. Jesus warned the three wit-nesses to tell no one until "the Son of Man has been raised from the dead" (Matthew 17:9). Lest readers of one of the Gospels discount the story or simply write it off as a pious myth, Peter gives his own account of the Transfiguration of Jesus in his second letter to the church. He writes with authority, as an eyewitness. He reports this message from God concerning Jesus: "This is my Son, my beloved, with whom I am well pleased," and he assures us that the mes-sage is "altogether reliable" (2 Peter 1:17, 19).

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St. Francis of Assisi Parish Community

The parish offices are located in the lower level of the church. Entrance is via the walkway at the west side of the church build-ing. The parish offices are open from 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m. Monday thru Friday. Evenings and weekends are by appointment. The Religious Ed offices are located in the St. Francis Center, 15010 Wolf Rd.— up the hill, west of the church. Religious Ed office hours are Monday through Thursday, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. The Religious Ed offices are closed on Fridays. The Eucharistic Chapel is open for prayer twenty-four hours a day. The Chapel is located at the northeast corner of the Church. ADMINISTRATION Phone: 460-0042 Fax: 460-0136 Office Manager: Paula Belski ([email protected]) Director of Facilities & Operations: Jim Hahn (jhahn@...) Parish Accountant: Kathleen Biederman (kbiederman@...) Receptionists: Marje Curran ([email protected]) & Ann Carroll (acarroll@...) Comm. Coordinator: Allison Domenick (adomenick@...) Facilities Maintenance: Monika Czajczyk, Greg Gervais P.T./Weekend Maintenance: Andy Bakes, Joe Boyce, Eric Franklin, Michael Higgins RELIGIOUS EDUCATION Phone: 460-0155, Fax: 460-5086 Dir.: Mary Kay Burberry, ext. 240 ([email protected]) Coordinator: Jackie O’Malley, ext. 242 (jomalley@...) Office Manager: Maureen Krzyminski, ext. 244 (mkrzyminski@...) CARDINAL JOSEPH BERNARDIN SCHOOL Phone: 708-403-6525 Principal: Mary Iannucilli Web page: www.cjbschool.org YOUTH MINISTRY Youth Minister: Matt Toohill ([email protected]) MUSIC Phone: 460-9831 Director: Leanne Stoterau ([email protected]) Accompanist: James Draudt Children's Choir Co-Director: Anne Hayes Religious Education Cantor: Angela Reynolds (remusic@...) Cantor for Parish Funerals, Weddings: Gina Vitucci BULLETIN Editor: Jill Hickey Topf ([email protected]) Submissions generally due 7-10 days in advance of publication. Send copy directly via email or leave in mailbox at parish office. PARISH LIBRARY In the Great Room there is a “SELF-SERVE” parish library

MASS SCHEDULE: SATURDAY: 5:15 PM SUNDAY: 7:30, 9:00, 10:30 , AND 12:00 AND MONDAY - FRIDAY: 7:45 AM

Religious Education Religious Education meets on alternating Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays for Grades K-8, and on Saturdays for Grades 1-8, at the Religious Education Center. Grades K-4 meet from 4:30 to 6:00 p.m. and grades 4-8 meet from 7:00 to 8:30 p.m. Saturday sessions meet from 8:30—10:00 a.m. Children's Liturgy of the Word meets on Sun-days during the 9 & 10:30 a.m. masses for children 4-years-old to 4th grade, September-April. Call 708-460-0155 for more information. The Joseph Cardinal Bernardin School, located on the campus of St. Elizabeth Seton parish at 167th and 94th Ave., is the elementary Catholic regional school for parishioners of St. Francis. For registration information, contact the school at 708-403-6525.

Become a Catholic R.C.I.A. - The Rite of Christian Initiation for Adults. Anyone interested in becoming a Catholic, please contact the parish office at 460-0042.

Anointing of the Sick

The Sacrament of the Anointing of the Sick is celebrated every Monday, immediately after the 7:45 a.m. Mass. Those of advanced age or suf-fering from a chronic or serious illness are invited to be anointed. The priests are available to offer the Sacrament whether the ill person is at home or in the hospital. Please call 460-0042.

Baptisms

Baptisms usually take place on the 1st, 2nd and 3rd Sundays of the month at 1:30. Prior to the Baptism, parents need to call the office to make arrangements. A baptismal conference will be set up with the parents.

Marriages Weddings need to be scheduled at least four to six months in advance upon approval of a priest. Couples are reminded to secure the church date before the reception hall. Please check our website for more de-tails.

Sacrament of Reconciliation Communal celebration of the Sacrament will be held during Advent and Lent. Individual confessions are heard on Saturdays at 11:30-12:00.

Registration

You may become a registered member of the parish by completing a registration form which is found in Church.

Boundaries North: 135th St. South: 183rd St.

West: Will-Cook Road East: 108th Ave. - 135th St. - 153rd St.

104th Ave. - 153rd St. - 183rd St.

15050 South Wolf Road, Orland Park, Illinois 60467-3028 Website: http://www.sfaorland.org Parish office e-mail: [email protected] Parish phone: 708-460-0042

REV. ARTUR SOWA, Pastor ([email protected])

REV. STEVEN DOMBROWSKI, Associate Pastor ([email protected])

REV. EDWARD F. UPTON, Pastor Emeritus ([email protected])

SR. GAEL GENSLER, OSF, Pastoral Associate ([email protected])

DEACON DANIEL CARROLL, Permanent Deacon ([email protected])

DEACON JOHN DONAHUE, Permanent Deacon ([email protected])

DEACON MICHAEL KILEY, Permanent Deacon ([email protected])

DEACON MICHAEL J. PINDELSKI, Permanent Deacon ([email protected])

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